2011 Vauxhall Zafira 1.7L Diesel · BL11 AED

The vehicle's maintenance history shows a worsening trend in mechanical wear as it has aged. While the car maintained a clean record for several years, the most recent recorded MOT from May 2022 at 126,617 miles indicates significant degradation in the suspension and braking systems. The tester flagged a fractured offside rear coil spring and multiple worn suspension arm pins or bushes, alongside badly worn rear tyres. Although the vehicle passed the subsequent retest on the same day, the presence of these faults suggests that the period of preventative maintenance has lapsed. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 8,441 miles per year. The data shows a steady climb from 38,781 miles in May 2014 to 126,617 miles in May 2022. There is a notable jump of nearly 19,000 miles between the January 2020 test and the April 2021 test, which represents a higher annual usage rate compared to earlier years. The lack of any recorded MOT data after May 2022 is a significant concern, as the vehicle is currently overdue for testing relative to the July 2026 date. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension assembly. The MOT history shows a recurring pattern of worn suspension arm pins and bushes dating back to at least 2019, suggesting these components are a known weak point on this vehicle. The tester also noted pitted and scored rear brake discs in May 2022. I recommend checking the condition of all suspension bushes, coil springs, and the integrity of the brake discs and calipers to ensure previous issues have been fully rectified rather than merely patched. Further attention should be paid to the tyres and general underside condition. The May 2022 failure highlighted extreme inner edge wear on the rear tyres, which often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension components. Given the age of the vehicle and the recent history of component failure, checking for structural corrosion on the chassis and exhaust system is also advisable to ensure the vehicle's long-term integrity.